1974 Steyr Haflinger vs. 1990 Tatra T613
To start off, 1990 Tatra T613 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Tatra T613 weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Tatra T613. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Tatra T613 (271 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Tatra T613 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Steyr Haflinger | 1990 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Steyr | Tatra |
| Model | Haflinger | T613 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 643 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2860 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1510 mm | 2990 mm |
